DOCSLIB.ORG

Kgafela Purges Remnants of Nyalala Pilane's Stooges

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Kgafela Purges Remnants of Nyalala Pilane's Stooges THE BOTSWANA GAZEttE WEDNESDAY 16 DECEMBER 2020 UDC FUNDERSPAGE 1 WANT THEIR ‘DAGGA’ PERMIT BACK PAGE 6 WEDNESDAY 16 DECEMBER 2020 FREE! “Kitso ke maatla” KGAFELA PURGES REMNANTS OF NYALALA PILANE’S STOOGES The Paramount Chief of BaKgatla-Ba-Ga-Kgafela, Kgosi Kgafela Kgafela II, has closed the year by removing remnants of his ousted nemesis Nyalala Pilane from their perches, further consolidating his grip on the throne in Moruleng. STORY ON PAGE 2 MASISI TALKS MALAWI TOUGH LOVE TO DISAPPOINTS HIS MPS BUSHIRi’s ‘SONS Says they are free to go AND DAUGHTERS’ where they please before it is too late PAGE 2 PAGE 8 GOvernment’S SNEAKY TACTICS TO CONTROL COVID-19 PAGE 3 Open an account 15 48 3 on your mobile. minutes is hours for your card to documents required all you need be delivered to you Omang (Citizens) or Passport (Non-citizens) Access over 70 services from your Proof of residence Proof of income mobile device. Download the SC Mobile Botswana App. For more information, call us on 361 5800. Terms and conditions apply. PAGE 2 NEWS WEDNESDAY 16 DECEMBER 2020 THE BOTSWANA GAZEttE Masisi talks tough love to his MPs • Says they are free to go where they please before it is too late • Kentse says Masisi’s firm approach was apt Kgosi Kgafela Kgafela II Kgafela purges remnants of Nyalala While some of Masisi’s MPs feel the President’s statement in Parliament was too harsh, the party’s Chairman for International Communications and International Pilane’s stooges Relations, Kagelelo Kentse, defended it as apt. The Sovereign of BaKgatla sits firmly on the SESUPO RANTSIMAKO “MPs should understand that throne as morafe agrees to put a badge of democracy is all about respecting RANCISTOWN: MPs of the Bo- the voters,” he emphasized. “So tswana Democratic Party (BDP) delinquent on ‘dissidents’ Fwho are not comfortable with the if there is anyone who has packed floor crossing bill can pack their bags and their bags to go, they are ready to TEFO PHEAGE go where it pleases them before the bill do so. We will not stand in their passes into law, President Mokgweetsi way because it is their choice to he Paramount Chief of BaKgatla-Ba-Ga-Kgafela, Kgosi Kgafela Masisi has said. join other parties.” Kgafela II, has closed the year by removing remnants of his oust- Debating the bill in Parliament So far, the BDP has lost two MPs Ted nemesis Nyalala Pilane from their perches, further consolidat- recently, Masisi, also the president to opposition parties before the bill ing his grip on the throne in Moruleng. of the BDP, said instead of dying becomes law. The MP for Francis- In an end-of-year meeting with the tribe over the weekend that Pilane quietly inside, MPs of his party town West, Ignatius Moswaane, had failed to interdict through a court order, BaKgatla roundly adopted who are at variance with the bill joined the Umbrella for Demo- all proposed resolutions that granted Kgafela unchallenged authority on were free to join parties of their cratic Change (UDC) three weeks the tribe and its assets. choice and leave the BDP as the ago while the MP for Jwaneng/ Among the resolutions was the structure of Traditional Administration party driving the bill. Mabutsane, Mephato Reatile, de- and Traditional Council and expectations of the structures by the morafe “This is the time for uncomfort- fected to the Botswana Patriotic (general populace). The meeting also discussed Kgosi Kgafela and his able BDP MPs to quit and join Front (BPF) two weeks ago. family’s well being following a tumultuous year. their preferred parties,” he said. While some of Masisi’s MPs feel According to sources, other resolutions included investigation and re- “Even if they go in large numbers, the President’s statement in Parlia- view of the commercial wing and all trusts of Bakgatla-Ba-Ga-Kgafela, I will give them the green light. ment was too harsh, the party’s removal of all existing trustees from the trusts and appointment of new What we want (with this bill) is Chairman for International Com- ones, removal of all existing directors from commercial wings and com- stability in local politics.” munications and International Re- panies and appointment of new ones, and for all people who have trans- He asserted that even though he lations, Kagelelo Kentse, defend- gressed to be declared delinquents. had consulted with his MPs be- ed it as apt. The meeting also became an opportunity for Kgosi Kgafela to reflect fore the bill was brought to Parlia- “We recently lost Reatile be- on the goals, achievements and challenges faced in the past year, sources ment, he would not force anyone cause it was evident that he was on said. The move was intended to purge dissidents blamed for troubles in to support it in the course of the his way out,” Kentse said in an in- the affairs of BaKgatla. House debating it. The President terview. “Sometimes it is better to Kgosi Kgafela II has been declared the rightful leader of the tribe after said what MPs should understand have 10 trusted lieutenants than to he mounted a strong campaign to depose Pilane who has been in control is that the bill is meant to give the have 100 untrusted ones. The un- of the administration since holding the fort for Kgosi Kgafela’s late fa- voters the respect that they de- trusted ones can dump you at any ther, Kgosi Linchwe II (1935-2007). serve. time unexpectedly.” THE BOTSWANA GAZEttE WEDNESDAY 16 DECEMBER 2020 NEWS PAGE 3 steps until a result is authorized, the cur- rent pricing is P999, 60 including value Government’s added tax,” he said. The move to have everyone who is travelling out of their COVID-19 zone is likely to reduce the sneaky number of people travelling during these coming holidays as a lot of people will not be able to afford to pay to get tested. tactics to Meanwhile former Minister of Health and Wellness (MoHW),Dr Alfred Madi- gele has concurred that PCR testing is control more advanced and needs specialized equipment, he likened antigen testing to rapid HIV tests which only check for an- COVID-19 tibodies. “PCR testing is more important as a positive test will mean active dis- MPHO MATSHEDISO ease. I think the standard price for PCR tests is reasonable but COVID-19 era pposition MPs believe that the should not be taken as a time for profit government is using sneaky tac- Dr Kesitegile Gobotswang mongering by institutions,” he said. Otics to control the upsurge of CO- VID-19 cases. With the Christmas holidays upon us and many Batswana expected to travel to their respective homes away from the city lights, government is believed to be using underhand strategies in restricting movement across the country especially movement out of Gaborone which has been marked a red zone, Botswana Gazette Grow your business has gathered. In an interview with The Botswana Ga- zette, Member of Parliament for Sefhare- on the go Ramokgonami, Dr Kesitegile Gobotswang said, “We locked down before a serious surge. Today we find ourselves unable to introduce lockdown because Batswana will not tolerate it.” He continued to say “The general perception is that government uses permits to minimize travel across COVID-19 zones. Many believe that the requirement for tests is yet another move deliberately meant to do the trick,” he said. Moreover Gobotswang said the funda- mental gap in our strategy to curb COV- ID-19 is the absence of public health edu- cation. “When the former director of health services was replaced , the nation was told that there will be a shift to primary health care whose main tenant is public health education. That has not happened,” he said. The government this morning over- turned their decision to limit the cost of COVID-19 tests to P500, the announce- ment which was made on Friday had or- dered all accredited facilities to comply, however one of Botswana’s leading labo- ratories “Diagnofirm” opted out of offering COVID-19 tests and the government gave in to the giant laboratory. Speaking to the Now you can do all your business banking on the Absa Mobile Banking App - a Botswana Gazette, Dr Mohammed Chand, new digital solution that helps entrepreneurs get things done in a fast-paced and the medical director at Diagnofirm Labo- ever-changing world. Authorise transactions, access your statements and more ratories said, “unfortunately the cost for us from any smart device, all on the go. to run the COVID-19 PCR test exceeds the pricing of P500, so to prevent breaking any rules or going against the directive we were Use the Absa Mobile Banking App for your business forced to stop testing as the tests incurred to run the test are way higher than P500,” – another digital solution that gets things done. he said. “Today when the directive was changed we informed everyone that we are resuming testing, we will however keep That’s Africanacity. That’s Absa. trying to work with the MoHW in order to find ways to reduce the cost of running PCR tests,” continued Dr Chand. absa.co.bw Dr Chand further revealed that antigen testing is not the gold standard for detect- ing covid, he said that is only used for screening and was not allowed in Botswa- na. “COVID-19 PCR tests looks for the Terms and conditions apply. DNA of the virus and is the gold standard Absa Bank Botswana Limited (registered number BW00001237900) of the world for detection of viruses.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • The Republic of Botswana Ministry of State President Department Of
    The Republic of Botswana No. 1 Ministry of State President Department of Broadcasting Services THE PROJECT FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DIGITAL MIGRATION PROJECT IN REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA PROJECT COMPLETION REPORT (Separate Volume) AUGUST 2016 MINISTRY OF STATE PRESIDENT DEPARTMENT OF BROADCASTING SERVICES AND JAPAN INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION AGENCY (JICA) YACHIYO ENGINEERING CO., LTD. EI JR 16-137 Table of Contents Separate Volume 1: HD program production manual ............................................................................... S-1-1 Separate Volume 2: Data broadcasting training manual ........................................................................... S-2-1 Separate Volume 3: Market survey report for digital migration ............................................................... S-3-1 Separate Volume 4: ISDB-T Standards of Botswana and Technical Specifications for Receivers .......... S-4-1 Separate Volume 5: Public relations plan for digital migration ................................................................ S-5-1 Separate Volume 6: Test centre operation manual .................................................................................... S-6-1 Separate Volume 7: Call centre operation manual .................................................................................... S-7-1 Separate Volume 8: Procurement plan of HD studio systems .................................................................. S-8-1 Separate Volume -1 HD program production manual Separate Volume 1 HD Program Production Manual May,
    [Show full text]
  • BDP Mps Refuse Pay
    The PatriotWARNING: on Sunday | www.thepatriot.co.bw Stay Home, | May Wash 03, 2020 hands with Soap & Water, Avoid crowds, Don’t Touch, Hug or KissNews 1 www.thepatriot.co.bw MAY 03, 2020 | ISSUE 372 P12.00 BDP MPs refuse pay cut COVID-19 • Tsogwane to approach MPs for salary cut • Backbenchers to reject Cabinet proposal confidentiality • ‘Cabinet donated their salaries voluntarily’ - BDP Whip Kablay BAKANG TIRO Chairman Slumber Tsogwane, who is “I haven’t received any official When reached for comment, BDP Letlhakeng-Lephephe MP said. critical [email protected] also the Vice President. It has always information with regards to us to Chief Whip Liakat Kablay who also Asked if they are to be forced to been believed that the backbenchers donate voluntarily take salary cut to forms part of the backbench, said contribute how he will respond, he ruling Botswana will easily accept a pay cut as donate to COVID-19 but if someone he is not aware of any information Kablay held that MPs have authority • Data censorship prevents stigmatisation Democratic Party (BDP) donation to the COVID-19 relief brings that up it will cause an uproar regarding MPs expected to take pay to decide what they do with their -Govt T backbench is refusing to take fund in solidarity with cabinet. within the party. As an MP I am also cuts. money. a pay cut as contribution to COVID- Sources indicated that most of affected economically,” said one BDP He said cabinet agreed on its He advised his colleagues that • Tough balancing exercise; patients’ 19 Relief Fund just weeks after the BDP backbench have found MP who preferred anonymity.
    [Show full text]
  • Governance Relationships in Football Between Management and Labour Roitman - Governance Relationships Marston, C
    Building on the two prior CIES governance studies, this is the third FIFA-mandated research analysing governance relationships in football. This book focuses on those Editions CIES between football’s employers (clubs, leagues and even NAs) and its labour force. Based on a sample of forty countries across all six confederations and questionnaires from players’ associations, leagues and national associations, this research surveys and compares the diverse ‘management-labour’ approaches and scenarios in both men and women’s professional football worldwide. GOVERNANCE RELATIONSHIPS The authors place a special focus on players’ associations and highlight the variety of IN FOOTBALL BETWEEN structures found world-wide. The findings here contribute to a better understanding MANAGEMENT AND LABOUR of the systems, models and relationships in place around the globe when it comes to PLAYERS, CLUBS, LEAGUES & NATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS ‘management’ and ‘labour’. This book explores the representation of Kevin Tallec Marston, Camille Boillat & Fernando Roitman players within decision-making structures at club, league and national association level as well as the regulatory contexts and negotiation instruments linking players and management - such as collaborative agreements/MoUs, CBAs, minimum contract requirements and dispute resolution. In addition, this study provides a first ever global exploration of some of the inner workings of players’ associations and an overview of the key issues in professional football from the player’s perspective. The final chapter offers several models and frameworks illustrating the governance relationships between players and management. All three authors work at the International Centre for Sport Studies (CIES). Kevin Tallec Marston earned his PhD in history and works as research fellow and academic projects manager.
    [Show full text]
  • BNSC Annual Report 2018
    1 Board & Department Affiliates Financial Management Reports Reports Report 2 CONTENTS BNSC Vision 2028 BOARD & MANAGEMENT 2 - 11 The Vision statement captures the “desired future state” Board Members 2 - 3 of the Statement By The Chairman 4 - 5 Organisation - what the BNSC aspires Chief Executive Officer’s Report 6 - 9 to be in the future. Management 10 - 11 The basis for the 16 year Strategy Horizon is as follows; DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS 14 - 23 Games Department 12 - 17 The period aligns to the 4 year Olympic Games Human Resources And Administration Department 18 - 20 cycle. Sport Development Department Report 19 - 20 Internal Audit Department 21 The period takes into consideration the time Lands & Facilities Department 22 - 23 required to develop athletes from the grass Business Development Department 24 - 25 roots level at an appropriate young age (6 year Sport Development Department 26 - 28 old) to elite and professional levels. NATIONAL SPORT ASSOCIATION 30 - 91 The BNSC vision statement embodies the following strategic aspirations; FINANCIAL REPORT 92 - 134 • Sport for ALL- All Batswana actively participating in sports and/or physical activity • Sport for Excellence- Professional and elite athletes achieving sustained superior performance on the world stage. • Sport for Prosperity- Sport as a development partner contributing significantly to economic diversification. Botswana hosting prestigious sporting events that contribute to national pride and contribute significant socio-economic benefits. 3 Board & Department Affiliates Financial Management Reports Reports Report Board Members 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Solly Reikeletseng 4. Gift Nkwe Chairman Member 2. Prof. Martin Mokgwathi 5. Kago Ramokate Member Member 3. Shirley Keoagile 6.
    [Show full text]
  • "I Am Aware of Plan to Oust
    THE BOTSWANA GAZEttE WEDNESDAY 02 JUNE 2021 MINISTRY CONCLUDESPAGE 1 INVESTIGATIONS ON MORAKALADI DISMISSAL? WEDNESDAY 02 JUNE 2021 FREE! PAGE 17 “Kitso ke maatla” OP TRANSFERS DCEC TOP BRASS Transfers at the top echelons of DCEC are exercising the minds of observers to find reasons for the move that has reportedly left the head of the corruption-busting agency hanging out to dry. STORY ON PAGE 2 Former DCEC director general, Brigadier Joseph Mathambo and the P100 Billion saga claim more casualties ScRAP THE "I Am Aware LAND BOARD! Of Plan To - BAKGATLA Oust Me" LEADERS - Kablay PAGE 10 PAGE 4 BURS CLOSES IN ON CONSTRUCTION TYCOON , P80M OWED PAGE 2 Check the Botswana website Check the Botswana website Visit sc.com/bw/bankmore/ Visit sc.com/bw/bankmore/ Standard Chartered Bank Botswana Ltd is regulated by Bank of Botswana Standard Chartered Bank Botswana Ltd is regulated by Bank of Botswana Check the Botswana website Visit sc.com/bw/bankmore/ Standard Chartered Bank Botswana Ltd is regulated by Bank of Botswana PAGE 2 NEWS WEDNESDAY 02 JUNE 2021 THE BOTSWANA GAZEttE zette, investigations show that the company made several false tax declarations between 2010 and 2018. In the process, over P100 million was transferred to a bank account in Canada where Liu’s family is said to be residing. Liu is also believed to have invested in property in Canada and the USA. Investigating sources say BURS believes that Sunshine Construc- tion had a turnover of around P500 million between 2010 and 2018 but only P7.5 million was surren- dered in tax to BURS.
    [Show full text]
  • A History of the Botswana Defence Force, C. 1977-2007
    University of Calgary PRISM: University of Calgary's Digital Repository Graduate Studies The Vault: Electronic Theses and Dissertations 2021-01-11 Thebe ya Sechaba: A History of the Botswana Defence Force, c. 1977-2007 Mocheregwa, Bafumiki Mocheregwa, B. (2021). Thebe ya Sechaba: A History of the Botswana Defence Force, c. 1977-2007 (Unpublished doctoral thesis). University of Calgary, Calgary, AB. http://hdl.handle.net/1880/112986 doctoral thesis University of Calgary graduate students retain copyright ownership and moral rights for their thesis. You may use this material in any way that is permitted by the Copyright Act or through licensing that has been assigned to the document. For uses that are not allowable under copyright legislation or licensing, you are required to seek permission. Downloaded from PRISM: https://prism.ucalgary.ca UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY Thebe ya Sechaba: A History of the Botswana Defence Force, c. 1977 – 2007 by Bafumiki Mocheregwa A THESIS SUBMITTED TO THE FACULTY OF GRADUATE STUDIES IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DEGREE OF DOCTOR OF PHILSOPHY GRADUATE PROGRAM IN HISTORY CALGARY, ALBERTA JANUARY, 2021 © Bafumiki Mocheregwa 2021 Abstract The protracted liberation struggles of Southern Africa that began in the 1960s, particularly in Rhodesia (Zimbabwe today) eventually prompted the Botswana government to establish its own defence force in 1977. Due to budgetary constraints and relative internal political stability, Botswana had relied on a small paramilitary force called the Police Mobile Unit (PMU) since the early 1960s for all defence – related issues. By the late 1970s, the sharp escalation of the struggle for Zimbabwe resulted in cross – border incursions by Rhodesian security forces who were pursuing armed freedom fighters.
    [Show full text]
  • British Billionaire Sells FTSE 100 Company to Save His Botswana
    NEWS: BOTSWANA’S RELATIONSHIP WITH INDEPTH: TRUST, SCIENCE, AND OPENNESS PAGE 2 MEDIA IMPROVING - US REPORT PAGE 10 WILL BE CENTRAL TO THE NEW NORMAL May 3 - 9, 2020 EXCELLENCE IS STANDARD PRACTICE PRICE: P12.50 www.sundaystandard.info @SunStd_bw COVID-19 infected nurse case in court n Nurses union sues state after colleague is infected while on duty n Confidential details to be aired in court n Infected nurse cannot depose an affidavit KHONANI ONTEBETSE by not providing elementary personal protective clothing like disposal gowns estricted details on how and protective eyewear. the Botswana nurse who He states that the government has recently serviced Parlia- endangered health and safety of the ment was infected by the family members of each health of the coronavirus are expected workers who are exposed to coronavi- to be brought to light in a rus by not putting measures in place to case in which Botswana Nurses Union ensure that when they have worked the R(BONU) is suing government for ex- day in vulnerable environments, they posing its members to the deadly virus. are provided with isolated accommo- In crude poetic justice, after the dation for a period of at least 14 days nurse tested positive to coronavirus, after their final shift. President Mokgweetsi Masisi, his ex- He said that initially in a letter dated ecutive, legislators and a number of 31 March addressed to BONU’s erst- senior government officials had to be while attorneys, the government had quarantined for 14 days because the made an undertaking to take all the nurse worked from parliament the day measure that are reasonably necessary before her results came out.
    [Show full text]
  • Onze CHAN 2020
    THE ULTIMATE GUIDE SCHEDULE • ANALYSIS • STATS • STADIUMS & STANISLAS MITTELMAN, ABDELMOUNAÏM BAH, SENIOR VICE-PRESIDENT, AFRICA CAF ACTING TOTAL MARKETING & SERVICES GENERAL SECRETARY LET'S LIVE FOOTBALL TOGETHER or three years now, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Total are working hand in hand to promote African football in all its forms. Together, we went through a particularly harsh year in 2020, during which we did everything to make you live, even from afar, the values of brotherhood and friendliness spe- FFLȴFWRIRRWEDOOH[SHULHQFHGHVSLWHGLVUXSWHGFRPSHWLWLRQVFKHGXOHV We are today happier than ever at the idea of being together again, thousands of enthusiasts around the Total African Nations Championship, Cameroon 2020, IURP-DQXDU\WR)HEUXDU\5HVHUYHGH[FOXVLYHO\WRWKHSOD\HUVRIORFDO clubs among 16 participating countries, this championship is a key competition, CHAN, Cameroon 2020 Total a true way to reveal talents, a unique opportunity for the players to make us live VRPHH[FHSWLRQDOHPRWLRQVDQGSURYHWKHLUTXDOLWLHVWRUHFUXLWHUVDQGVXSSRU- ters around the world. First through this magazine, then by following you throughout the matches, we will have the pleasure to thrill with you during this competition. Because it is KRVWHGE\&DPHURRQLWLVDOVRDQH[FLWLQJSUHOXGHWRWKHQH[W7RWDO$IULFD&XS of Nations, which will also be held on the territory of the Indomitable Lions. We wish you memorable moments of celebration thanks to the Total CHAN, Cameroon 2020, and look forward to seeing you throughout 2021, around the stories, victories and
    [Show full text]
  • Fonti Risultati Calcio
    Fonti risultati Calcio Le fonti utilizzate per i risultati del Palinsesto Complementare sono indicate di seguito. Descrizione Manifestazione Url 1 Url 2 (CHAMPIONSHIP) Press Association <www.pressassociation.com> uk.soccerway.com (2^ DIVISIONE TEDESCA) www.dfb.de www.bundesliga.com (BUNDESLIGA) www.dfb.de www.bundesliga.com (CAMPIONATO AUSTRIACO) www.bundesliga.at www.futbol24.com (CAMPIONATO ARGENTINO) www.afa.org.ar www.futbol24.com (CAMPIONATO BELGA) www.belgianfootball.be www.futbol24.com (CAMPIONATO BRASILIANO) www.cbf.com.br www.futbol24.com uk.soccerway.com/international/nc-america/concacaf- (CONCACAF) www.concacaf.com/page/Home/0,,12813,00.html champions-league/20132014/group-stage/r21338/ (CAMPIONATO DANESE) www.dbu.dk tipsbladet.dk (2^ DIVISIONE DANESE) www.dbu.dk tipsbladet.dk (CAMPIONATO EUROPEO UNDER 21) www.uefa.com www.futbol24.com (CAMPIONATO FRANCESE) www.ligue1.com www.futbol24.com (2^ DIVISIONE FRANCESE) www.ligue1.com www.futbol24.com (MONDIALI FEMMINILI) www.fifa.com uk.women.soccerway.com (CAMPIONATO FINLANDESE) www.veikkausliiga.com www.futbol24.com (CHAMPIONS LEAGUE) www.uefa.com Press Association <www.pressassociation.com> (CAMPIONATO ITALIANO SERIE A) Press Association <www.pressassociation.com> www.gazzetta.it (CAMPIONATO ITALIANO SERIE B) Press Association <www.pressassociation.com> www.gazzetta.it (CAMPIONATO IRLANDESE) www.airtricityleague.ie www.futbol24.com (CAMPIONATO NORVEGESE) www.fotball.no www.futbol24.com (2^ DIVISIONE NORVEGESE) www.fotball.no www.futbol24.com (CAMPIONATO OLANDESE) Press Association
    [Show full text]
  • Auditor General
    NEWS: BOTSWANA FAILS EPIDEMIOLOGY TEST INDEPTH: AFRICA AND COVID-19: THE PAGE 2 ON COVID-19 LOCAL TRANSMISSION PAGE 11 SICK MAN OF GLOBALIZATION? August 23 - 29, 2020 EXCELLENCE IS STANDARD PRACTICE PRICE: P12.50 www.sundaystandard.info @SunStd_bw BoB still unable to account for missing Inside how government “large amounts” – Auditor General tried to hide the Alcohol BoB governor insists no money has been stolen Auditor General says BoB governor cannot account for Fund plunder “large amounts” Khama and his team hitching their campaign on governor’s statement SUNDAY STANDARD REPORTER SUNDAY STANDARD REPORTER For close to a decade, Botswana laims that billions of government tried to hide information that Pula have been stolen it was misappropriating funds collected from the government’s from alcohol drinkers under the Alcohol main account with the Levy – it has emerged. Bank of Botswana The Auditor General revealed this C week that for many years the fund was (BoB) took a new twist this week with the Auditor General stating shrouded in secrecy, and independent that the bank governor has failed auditors “had not been able to ascertain to account for missing “large that 80% of the levy which is allocated amounts” from the controversial directly to the Consolidated Fund and 10% account. to the Department of Gender Affairs in The account is currently at the the Ministry of Nationality, Immigration center of a money laundering in- and Gender Affairs fell within the scope vestigation by the Directorate of of the purpose of the Fund Order, namely, Intelligence and Security (DIS). collection of levies “---- to promote While DIS investigating offi - projects and activities designed to combat cers claim the former administra- alcohol abuse and minimise the effects of tion raided the account, BoB Gov- alcohol abuse ----“, as they did not have ernor Moses Pelaelo insists that no access to the records relating to the use of money has been stolen from the these funds by the said Ministries.” account.
    [Show full text]
  • Misa Urges Gov't to Bail out Private Media
    THE BOTSWANA GAZEttE WEDNESDAY 14 OCTOBER 2020 BNF WITHDRAWSPAGE 1 MOATLHODI SUSPENSION BDP confirms discussions to lure back Moatlhodi PAGE 8 EDNESDAY CTOBER SINCE 1984 W 14 O 2020 FREE! “Kitso ke maatla” PARLIAMENT SENDS FIA AWAY OVER P100BN SAGA • FIA refuses to explain what their role was and if indeed the money is missing • FIA director says the law prevents him from sharing information with third parties • Parliament accuses FIA director of disrespect STORY ON PAGE 3 MISA URGES GOv’T TO BAIL OUT PRIVATE MEDIA PAGE 14 CHURCHES DECRY DWINDLING Bmd The ‘Odd MAN OUT’ At FINANCIAL INCOME PAGE 5 OPPOSITION TALKS PAGE 2 With Standard Chartered you can get short term working capital funding given against a valid Purchase Order. Standard Chartered PO Financing offers your business: • Financing up to 6 months • No financial submission – only 6 months bank statements required Have a valid Purchase Order • Cession of Payment used as collateral It’s simple. We take care of the details to power your business ambition. that needs financing? For more information talk to your Branch, Relationship Manager or No Problem. email [email protected] sc.com/bw Terms and Conditions apply PAGE 2 NEWS WEDNESDAY 14 OCTOBER 2020 THE BOTSWANA GAZETTE cooperation on by-elections. The move is expected to pave the way for further cooperation and their possible UDC Convenors Out In The Cold inclusion in the UDC. Sources say the talks have already begun, although informally. UDC spokesman Moeti Mohwasa has told this pub- As Opposition Talks Begin lication that the UDC convenors will not be oversee- ing the negotiations with BPF and AP.
    [Show full text]
  • Annual Report 2017-18.Pdf
    1 ANNUAL REPORT 2017/18 | COMPETITION AUTHORITY Untitled-2 1 14/09/18 2:22 PM CORPORATE PROFILE The Competition Authority (the Authority) is constituted in terms of the Competition Act (Cap 46:09) and is domiciled in the Republic of Botswana. The Authority is responsible for the prevention of, and redress for, anti-competitive practices in the economy, and the removal of constraints on the free play of competition in the market. The governing body of the Authority is the Competition Commission, which is responsible for the direction of the affairs of the Authority. Chairperson of the Competition Commission CEO and Secretary to the Competition Commission Dr. Onkemetse Tshosa Ms. Tebelelo Pule Registered Office Plot 28, Matsitama Road, Main Mall, Gaborone, Botswana Contact Details Postal Private Bag 00101, Gaborone, Botswana Telephone +267 393 4278 Fax +267 312 1013 Email [email protected] Website www.competitionauthority.co.bw Facebook Competition Authority Botswana Twitter @CompetitionBots Bankers External Auditors Internal Auditors Barclays Bank of Botswana Limited Ernst & Young Deloitte Plot 74358, Building 4, Prime Plaza CBD Chartered Accountants Tax and Advisory Services P.O. Box 478 Gaborone, Botswana 2nd Floor, Plot 22, Khama Crescent Plot 64518 P.O. Box 41015 Fairgrounds Assurance Standard Chartered Bank Gaborone, Botswana P.O. Box 778 Botswana Limited Gaborone, Botswana Plot 1171-3 Botswana Road, Main Mall P.O. Box 469 Gaborone, Botswana To: 4 ANNUAL REPORT 2017/18 Honourable Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry | Pursuant to section 24 of the Competition Act (Cap 46:09), please COMPETITION AUTHORITY find attached a comprehensive report on the operations of the Competition Authority, together with the Auditor’s Report and the Audited Accounts of the Competition Authority for the financial year 2017/18, for you to lay before the National Assembly.
    [Show full text]